Regulatory statements ..........................49 8.3.6 Declaration of Hazardous Substances (DoHS) ................50 8.3.7 Other regulations and standards ......................52 Ordering information ........................... 53 Health and Safety Declaration Form ...................... 54 Index ........................... 56 Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
1 Introduction Introduction About this chapter This chapter contains important user information, descriptions of safety notices, regu- latory information, and intended use of Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301. In this chapter Section See page About this manual Important user information...
The Operating Instructions provide you with the information needed to install, operate and maintain the product in a safe way. Scope of this manual The Operating Instructions cover the use of the Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 instrument. Typographical conventions Software items are identified in the text by bold italic text.
Do not operate the product in any other way than described in the user documentation. Prerequisites In order to operate EPS 301 safely and according to the intended purpose, the following prerequisites must be fulfilled: Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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A note is used to indicate information that is important for trouble-free and optimal use of the product. Tip: A tip contains useful information that can improve or optimize your proce- dures. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Bill of Material Detailed specifications for process related components. Component documentation Documentation for components produced both by Cytiva and by a third-party are, if existent, also included in the product documentation. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Important WARNING Before installing, operating or maintaining the product, all users must read and understand the entire contents of this chapter to become aware of the hazards involved. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
2.1 Safety precautions Safety precautions Introduction Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 is powered by mains voltage and handles mate- rials that may be hazardous. Before installing, operating or maintaining the system, you must be aware of the hazards described in this manual.
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The product is designed for indoor use only. NOTICE If the power supply is connected to 200 to 240 V with the range set to 100 to 120 V, the instrument can be severely damaged. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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The equipment must be completely dry on the inside and the outside before reconnecting the power supply. WARNING Only use power cables delivered or approved by Cytiva. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Only 13 Amp fuses approved to B.S. 1362 A.S.T.A. should be used. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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WARNING Do not operate the instrument in extreme humidity (above 95%). Avoid condensation by letting the unit equilibrate to ambient temperature when taking EPS 301 from a colder to a warmer envi- ronment. Maintenance WARNING The instrument covers must not be opened by the user.
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Cleaning. Keep the exterior of the instrument dry and clean. Wipe regularly with a soft damp tissue and, if necessary, a mild cleaning agent. Let the instrument dry completely before use. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
The table below describes the various safety labels that may be found on the product. Symbol/text Description Warning! Read the user documentation before using the system. Do not open any covers or replace parts unless specifi- cally stated in the user documentation. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Power failure to Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 will cause the run to stop immediately in an undefined state. Turn on the mains power if Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 is switched off. The program continues when power is resumed. The message -PF- can be removed by pressing any key.
3 System description System description About this chapter This chapter gives an overview of the Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301, and a brief description of its function. In this chapter Section See page Materials Front panel Rear panel Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
3 System description 3.1 Materials Materials Materials The main components in the EPS 301 Power Supply are made of the following mate- rials. Component Material Instrument box Aluminium Display holder Polypropene (PP). UL94V0 Keyboard Polyester Output sockets Acetalplastic (POM). UL94V0...
SET/ENTER allows you to make changes in the program during a run. Valid values are: • Voltage 5 to 300 V • Current 10 to 400 mA • Time 0.01 to 23.59, or timer off - - - - Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Output sockets There are two sets of output sockets placed in parallel to allow two electrophoresis units to be connected to the EPS 301 and run at the same time. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
3. A switch for voltage range. The left position corresponds to 100 to 120 V and the right to 200 to 240 V. 4. Vents. MAINS Disconnect before servicing 100-120 220-240 Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
CAUTION Do not use the product in a dusty atmosphere or close to spraying water. Site requirements The following general requirements must be fulfilled: Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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0% to 95%, non-condensing Unpacking Check the contents against the packing list supplied. Inspect for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Report any damage immediately to your local Cytiva representative and to the transport company concerned. Placement Place the instrument on a stable and level laboratory bench.
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23. Select the appropriate mains cable and connect one end to the mains socket on the EPS 301 power supply, see figure in Illustration of the rear panel, on page 23, and the other end to an AC grounded outlet.
Running Quick guide Precautions WARNING Operation and user maintenance of EPS 301 should be performed by properly trained personnel only. WARNING This instrument can develop sufficient voltage and current to produce a lethal shock. Extreme caution should be exercised in its operation.
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Do not operate the instrument in extreme humidity (above 95%). Avoid condensation by letting the unit equilibrate to ambient temperature when taking EPS 301 from a colder to a warmer envi- ronment. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Two electrophoresis units can be run at the same voltage simultaneously. When two electrophoresis units are run at the same time, double the current. Voltage will be the same whether one or two units are run. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Press STOP in program mode to save the displayed value. The program then enters the END mode. Note: When the EPS 301 power supply is switched on, the programmed values from the last run can be used directly by pressing run. Set limits for voltage, current and...
• Press VIEW in RUN mode to change between the actual values for voltage, current or elapsed time. • Press VIEW for more than three seconds to switch automatically between these values. • Stop the automatic switching by pressing VIEW or RUN. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Post electrophoresis Disconnect the leads and proceed with post-electrophoretic techniques. Since the quality of your separation will deteriorate due to diffusion, you should remove the gel and begin staining or blotting immediately. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Refer also to the separate EPS 301 quick guide included with the power supply. We recommend you keep this separate quick guide close by the instrument.
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Press ↑↓ to change the values. Press SET/ENTER. End process Note: The program stops automatically on completion. Step Action Press STOP to stop the process. Press VIEW after the run to check the end parameters. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Step by view h.m. 0.23 view 6. Stop the run STOP automatically or manually. 7. View end parameters. view View and step by view view 1.05 h.m. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
WARNING Use only approved parts. Only spare parts and accessories that are approved or supplied by Cytiva may be used for maintaining or servicing the product. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Please contact an authorized representative of the manufacturer for information concerning the decom- missioning of your equipment. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
If a serious error occurs, the program Please contact your FAIL enters the FAIL mode. The output is Cytiva representative. switched off and FAIL is shown in the display. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
About this chapter This chapter contains reference information for Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301. In this chapter Section See page Technical specification Recycling information Regulatory information Ordering information Health and Safety Declaration Form Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Recovery after power The program continues automatically failure Ambient operating 4°C to 40°C temperature Ambient operating 0% to 95% humidity Ambient operating pres- 68 to 106 kPa, maximum altitude of 2000 m sure Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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100 to 120 V/ 220 to 240 V; 50/60 Hz Power consumption Max 120 W Pollution degree Transient level Overvoltage category II Dimensions (WxDxH) 250 x 215 x 95 mm Weight 3.0kg Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Disposal of the product When taking Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 out of service, the different mate- rials must be separated and recycled according to national and local environmental regulations.
European Union and European Economic Area 8.3.3 Eurasian Economic Union Евразийский экономический союз 8.3.4 Regulations for North America 8.3.5 Regulatory statements 8.3.6 Declaration of Hazardous Substances (DoHS) 8.3.7 Other regulations and standards Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
The table below summarizes the required manufacturing information. Requirement Information Name and address of manufacturer Cytiva Sweden AB Björkgatan 30 SE 751 84 Uppsala Sweden Telephone number of manufacturer + 46 771 400 600 Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
• used according to the Operating Instructions or user manuals, and • used in the same state as it was delivered, except for alterations described in the Operating Instructions or user manuals. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
В следующей таблице приводится сводная информация о производителе и импортере, согласно требованиям Технических регламентов Таможенного союза и (или) Евразийского экономического союза. Требование Информация Информацию об изготовлении Наименование, адрес и номер См. телефона производителя Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Адрес электронной почты: rucis@cytiva.com Shelf life and manufacturing date For information regarding shelf life please contact your local Cytiva representative. For information regarding manufacturing date, see year and month of production on the product. Description of symbol on the system label Описание...
Note: The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cytiva could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
EMC emission, CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A statement NOTICE This equipment is not intended for use in residential environments and may not provide adequate protection to radio reception in such environments. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Periodic replacement of those consumables or parts to maintain the declared EFUP shall be done in accordance with the Product Maintenance Procedures. This product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, and must be collected sepa- rately and handled properly after decommissioning. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
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Indicates that this hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in GB/T 26572 • Data listed in the table represents best information available at the time of publication. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
This section describes the standards that apply to the product. Regulatory compliance of connected equipment Any electrical equipment connected to Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 should meet the safety requirements of EN/IEC 61010-1, or relevant standards. Within EU, connected equipment must be CE marked.
8 Reference information 8.4 Ordering information Ordering information Product Code No Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 18113001 For further information, visit cytiva.com. Electrophoresis Power Supply EPS 301 Operating Instructions 29115049 AB...
Service Ticket #: To make the mutual protection and safety of Cytiva service personnel and our customers, all equipment and work areas must be clean and free of any hazardous contaminants before a Service Engineer starts a repair. To avoid delays in the servicing of your equipment, complete this checklist and present it to the Service Engineer upon arrival.
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To make sure the mutual protection and safety of Cytiva personnel, our customers, transportation personnel and our environment, all equipment must be clean and free of any hazardous contaminants before shipping to Cytiva. To avoid delays in the processing of your equipment, complete this checklist and include it with your return.
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